Gora I : Romaani by Rabindranath Tagore

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Author Tagore, Rabindranath, 1861-1941
Translator Hollo, J. A. (Juho Aukusti), 1885-1967
Title Gora I : Romaani
Original Publication Finland: Otava, 1925.
Note Reading ease score: 40.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Gora I: Romaani" by Rabindranath Tagore is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set in Kolkata during the rainy season, introducing us to Binoi-bhusan, a young man who has recently completed his studies and is grappling with feelings of restlessness and dissatisfaction in life. As he observes the bustling city and interacts with various characters, such as a mysterious young girl and her father, themes of love, societal expectations, and personal identity begin to emerge. The opening of the novel presents Binoi on a morning where he contemplates his uncertain future while looking down from his balcony. He witnesses a minor accident involving a young girl and an elderly gentleman, which spurs him into action as he assists them. Through this encounter, Binoi is drawn to the girl, whose genuine demeanor captivates him, sparking a profound sense of longing and curiosity. The initial chapters establish Binoi's internal conflict as he balances his responsibilities with his desire for connection, hinting at a larger exploration of identity and societal norms within the broader context of India’s cultural landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject India -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Bengali fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject Hinduism and social problems -- Fiction
Subject Social integration -- Religious aspects -- Hinduism -- Fiction
Subject West Bengal (India) -- History -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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